2005 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Seat 1430
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1974 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Seat 1430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1974 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A6 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
